Llion
Gender: Boy
Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Of the legions, lion
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Llion Meaning and Origin
Llion is a boy’s name of Welsh origin, meaning “of the Legions, lion.” It is derived from the Latin word “leo”, which also means “lion”. In Welsh mythology, the lion is a symbol of strength and courage. The name Llion is relatively uncommon, but it has been used in Wales for centuries. In Welsh history, there have been several notable figures named Llion. One of the most famous was Llywelyn ap Gruffydd, also known as Llywelyn Ein Llyw Olaf, who was the last native Welsh Prince of Wales. Llywelyn was a powerful ruler who fought against the English for Welsh independence. Today, the name Llion is still used in Wales, and it is sometimes anglicized as “Lionel”.
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